Grammar Semester Exam Review

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or).

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunctions.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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What is correct punctuation?

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Correct punctuation involves using symbols like periods, commas, and question marks to clarify meaning and separate ideas in writing.

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or set off introductory elements.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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What is the role of conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are words that connect clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is the difference between a complete sentence and a fragment?

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A complete sentence expresses a complete thought and has at least one independent clause, while a fragment does not.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a greeting in a letter?

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A greeting in a letter should be followed by a comma, e.g., 'Dear John,'.